AN IVORY-INLAID CIGAR BOX Possibly Goa, Central India or Europe, mid to late 19th century Designed in the shape of a secretaire, with frontal volute legs and casket-like lid, the top and back opening to reveal several internal compartments for storing cigars, the exterior clad in ivory inlay and a tortoise-shell resemblant polychrome resin, the inlay influenced by Indo-Portuguese marquetry work with lush vegetal tendrils sprouting from amphorae to the sides, floral bloom and pairs of birds to the centre and back, 28.5cm x 18cm. This item may require Export or CITES licences in order to leave the UK or the European Union. It is the buyer's responsibility to ensure that lots have the relevant licences before shipping.